Bad Company, Bear Grylls, Jimmy Osmond and more: What's on this weekend in the Midlands and Shropshire
With theatre shows, tribute acts, arena tours and more - there's plenty to do this weekend in the Midlands and Shropshire for you and your family.
Friday
A Tale of Two Cities - The Grand Theatre, Wolverhampton
Dickens considered his novel, A Tale Of Two Cities the best story he had ever written. Interweaving one family's intensely personal drama with the terror and chaos of the French Revolution, it is an epic story of love, sacrifice and redemption amidst horrific violence and world changing events.
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The Exorcist - Birmingham REP
Inspired by true events, the two time Oscar-winning film version of this story has terrified generations the world over since its release in 1973. Now this brand new stage production of The Exorcist is unleashed for the very first time in a uniquely theatrical experience.
This production contains adult material which may shock and offend. Age guidance 18+. Strictly no latecomers will be admitted.
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Bad Company - Genting Arena, Birmingham
Original Bad Company members Paul Rodgers, Mick Ralphs and Simon Kirke will return to the UK for their first tour in four years with their 'Swan Song' tour.
The band is best known for hits including Feel Like Makin' Love and Bad Company.
They will be joined by Richie Sambora - the lead guitarist of Bon Jovi for 30 years - and Orianthi - who has performed alongside Michael Jackson and Alice Cooper.
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Michael Kiwanuka - O2 Institute, Birmingham
Four years after the release of his debut album, Home Again, soul musician Michael Kiwanuka returns with his sophomore release, Love & Hate. The BBC Sound of 2012 winner supports the album with a new UK tour - coming to Birmingham this weekend
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Motown's Greatest Hits - Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury
This show will have Motown fans 'Dancing On The Ceiling', with songs from artists such as Lionel Richie, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, The Jackson Five, The Isley Brothers, Edwin Starr and many, many more.
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Heaven 17 - Birmingham Town Hall
Heaven 17 celebrate the 35th anniversary of their seminal debut album, Penthouse and Pavement, by playing the album in full. They are joined on the night by British Electric Foundation, taking part in their first ever tour, playing a very special set featuring tunes from across their back catalogue.
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Blood Brothers - Birmingham Hippodrome
Written by Willy Russell, Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences.
Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-award winning Blood Brothers. Bill Kenwright's production surpassed 10,000 performances in London's West End, one of only three musicals ever to achieve that milestone.
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A Vision of Elvis 2016 - New Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham
One of the world's leading touring Elvis productions, this show celebrates the music of the icon - ranging across the star's huge catalogue of hits.
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Lee Mead - Oakengates Theatre, Telford
Take a journey back to the time with the music of MGM films and musical theatre shows of the 1940s and 1950s. Enjoy beautiful songs like 'Some Enchanted Evening' from the 1958 film 'South Pacific'. 'I'll See You in my Dreams' from the 1940s film 'Kitty Foyle'. Enjoy the foot-tapping title song from the Gene Kelly film 'Singing in the Rain' and many other musical surprises from this golden age.
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Saturday
Fireworks spectacular - King George V Memorial Playing Fields, Bloxwich
The first of four firework spectaculars planned for Walsall kicks off this weekend.
Gates open at 6pm and entry is £4 for adults, £1 for children and free for under-fives. Car parking is £1.
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The Manfreds, PP Arnold and Zoot Money - Birmingham Town Hall
Appearing together in this unique concert will be The Manfreds, featuring both of the band's vocalists Paul Jones and Mike D'Abo, soul pioneer PP Arnold and one of the biggest characters of the 60s R'n'B scene Zoot Money.
PP Arnold is best known for hits such as First Cut Is The Deepest and Angel Of The Morning.
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Les McKeown's Bay City Rollers - Robin 2, Bilston
Les McKeown brings back the all the thrill and excitement of Rollermania, performing all the original hits including Bye Bye Baby, Shang-a-Lang, Remember, Summerlove Sensation and Give A Little Love plus many more, as well as introducing new songs from the upcoming new Bay City Rollers album.
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Bear Grylls presents Endeavour - Genting Arena, Birmingham
In his first-ever live arena spectacular, Bear Grylls brings an interactive experience for crowds. Audiences will join the adventurer as he transports them to multiple environments in this edge-of-your-seat, action-packed two-hour show.
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Jimmy Osmond - Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury
The youngest Osmond will entertain fans in Shrewsbury this weekend with his show dedicated to the memory of legendary singer Andy Williams. Joined by the Moon River band, Jimmy will also perform some of the many hits of The Osmonds.
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A Tale of Two Cities - The Grand Theatre, Wolverhampton
Dickens considered his novel, A Tale Of Two Cities the best story he had ever written. Interweaving one family's intensely personal drama with the terror and chaos of the French Revolution, it is an epic story of love, sacrifice and redemption amidst horrific violence and world changing events.
For more information, click here
Blood Brothers - Birmingham Hippodrome
Written by Willy Russell, Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences.
Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-award winning Blood Brothers. Bill Kenwright's production surpassed 10,000 performances in London's West End, one of only three musicals ever to achieve that milestone.
For more information, click here
Ellen Kent: La Boheme - New Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham
La Boheme tells the tragic tale of the doomed, consumptive Mimi and her love for a penniless writer. The set reflects the Bohemian art of the period and will include, a local brass band, snow effects and Muzetta's dog will also make an entrance.
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Beyond The Barricade - Oakengates Theatre, Telford
Starring Andy Reiss, David Fawcett, Katie Leeming and Rebecca Vere, together with their own ensemble of talented musicians, 'Beyond the Barricade' features songs from The Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Jersey Boys, The Lion King, Blood Brothers, Miss Saigon and many others, climaxing with a spectacular finale from, of course, Les Miserables.
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Sunday
Joanne Shaw Taylor - Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury
Wednesbury rocker Joanne Shaw Taylor will entertain fans in Shrewsbury this weekend with her fusion of blues and rock.
Expect numbers such as Watch 'em Burn and Mud Honey.
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Stars from The Commitments - The Grand Theatre, Wolverhampton
Due to popular demand, with Dublin's finest mix of gritty soul and Irish charm, the Stars From The Commitments have continued to spread the word of Dublin Soul and receiving rave reviews. The nine-piece soul band featuring actual cast members from the original Commitments film have performed worldwide to hundreds of thousands of people (including a US President, reportedly).
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Sing-A-Long-A Grease - New Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham
Sing along to all your favourite Grease numbers, alongside the show host. The audience will also be treated to 'magic moments fun packs' - and even learn how to hand-jive.
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Diva Night - Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury
Join members of Get Your Wigle On for a night featuring some of the biggest diva hits of all times. With live singers and dance routines the evening will showcase a variety of diva anthems and musical theatre songs. This showcase will also feature varying dance styles including street, tap, contemporary and commercial.
